Feedmill Maintenance Supervisor

We have an exciting Feed Mill Maintenance Supervisor opportunity. The Feed Mill Maintenance Supervisor will advise in the efficient operation and maintenance of all equipment, buildings, grounds, and any other related areas/duties. Ensuring the efficient, non-stop operation of the feed mill complex. This position is a working supervisory position that requires willing dedication and commitment that will guarantee the above statement.

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh ® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home.

Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Will learn the flow of all materials, incoming and out-going, and the standard operating procedures of all areas of the feed mill. Must be able to learn the computer controls for batching, pelleting, and the sprayed fat at the die systems.
• Directly responsible for supervision and maintaining the Preventative Maintenance Program that will assure machinery, ground and buildings are kept in workmanlike condition, meeting or exceeding regulatory compliance, e.g., FDA, GMP’s, OSHA, environmental et al.
• Supervises Maintenance Department personnel in day-to-day operation to ensure minimal downtime, costs, and zero accidents.
• Is able to determine the needed spare parts and keep on hand (or be able to obtain in a timely manner), imagining a worst case scenario, such as parts as would be needed for repairs to ALL equipment.
• Organizes, works on and assigns work priorities and scheduling repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools and equipment in support of production operations.
• Will be completely responsible for maintaining a natural gas fired boiler, and all water treatment procedures and chemicals needed to be able to maintain and protect equipment. This will require learning operating controls, repair procedures, resetting alarms, and training of maintenance personnel. Per shift records of boiler water treatment and test readings must be logged and filled for future reference.
• Participates in hiring and developing well skilled Maintenance Associates.
• Collaborates with other departments in resolving maintenance related issues, and has a collaborative relationship with production, delivery, and safety.

instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated high level of organization.
• Must be able to make decisions…